Coding Careers in Entertainment and Games

by Cathleen Small

Overview

Since the advent of computers, coding has played an important role in technology. In the twenty-first century, coders are needed now more than ever to ensure technologies continue to flourish and entertain. There are now many exciting career opportunities for coders in the entertainment and gaming industry. Many of today's most popular movies and television shows are increasingly dependent on computer-generated special effects. Meanwhile, video games have become masterpieces of art and animation, and are integral parts of entertainment franchises, extending a franchise's sales through games based on movies, and vice versa. This book uses full-color photographs, engaging sidebars, and personal accounts to discuss coding in the entertainment and gaming industries now and in the future. It provides sound advice on how aspiring student coders can turn their passion into a lucrative career.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781502645760
Publisher:	Cavendish Square Publishing, LLC
Publication date:	07/30/2019
Series:	Coding Careers for Tomorrow Series
Pages:	80
Product dimensions:	6.00(w) x 9.00(h) x 0.50(d)
Lexile:	1250L (what's this?)
Age Range:	12 - 17 Years

Table of Contents

Chapter 01 Introduction to Coding Careers 5

Chapter 02 Coding's Impact on Entertainment and Gaming 15

Chapter 03 Important and New Technologies 33

Chapter 04 Coding Career Options 47

Chapter 05 Working Toward the Future 61

Glossary 71

Further Information 73

Selected Bibliography 75

Index 78

About the Author 80

Editorial Reviews

11/01/2019

Gr 7 Up—Career paths are discussed in a way that will get readers excited about their options using the skills they're already developing. Fewer visual elements in this series and longer chapters make it ideal for middle school learners. Diversity shines in this series, with men and women shown in a variety of roles, and specific examples of their important contributions. The series is also notable for its discussion of the origins of coding. Readers will be enlightened by the fascinating mathematical roots of this quickly evolving field and its promising career prospects. An extensive bibliography, an index, and a glossary are provided in each book, as well as suggestions for further reading and career exploration. VERDICT An indispensable series on a relevant topic that has far-reaching appeal.

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